The Tucker Carlson Show Tucker Carlson on the Israel First Meltdown and the Future of the America First Movement
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Nov 13, 2025 
Anna Kasparian, a progressive media commentator and co-host of The Young Turks, joins for a thought-provoking discussion. They dive into the complexities of U.S.-Israel policy and the pitfalls of labeling dissenters as anti-Semitic. The conversation emphasizes the importance of prioritizing American interests and fostering a coalition that spans the political spectrum. Kasparian shares her experiences with public apologies and the real consequences of online smear campaigns, advocating for a kinder, more unified approach to political discourse.
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Debate Is About Interests, Not Identity
- The debate over US action in Iran centers on national interest versus another country's interest, not antisemitism.
- Framing it as hatred of Jews silences critique and avoids debating America's self-interest.
Name-Calling Replaces Policy Debate
- Attacking critics as anti-Semites shifts attention from policy and intimidates dissenters.
- That tactic prevents an honest debate about when U.S. military force should be used.
Public Apology For A Vicious Comment
- Tucker recounts insulting Liz Cheney after her father's death and later apologizing for saying her father would be ashamed and he'd kill himself.
- He uses the episode to illustrate how easily public figures fall into vicious rhetoric and must own it.